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Former Wallabies prop Ben Alexander is retiring.
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Game over: 72 Test Wallaby hangs up the boots

FORMER Wallabies prop Ben Alexander has announced his retirement. The popular 33-year-old played 72 Tests and signs off as the Brumbies’ most capped player with a remarkable 154 Super Rugby appearances to his name.

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